Alaskan Malamute
VS
Brittany (Breton)
Alaskan Malamute vs Brittany (Breton)
Compare Alaskan Malamute and Brittany (Breton) side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Alaskan Malamute
Brittany (Breton)
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
58 – 64 cm
47 – 51 cm
Weight
33 – 39 kg
20 – 23 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 12 years
12 – 13 years
Child friendly
3/5
3/5
Energy level
3/5
5/5
Intelligence
4/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
2/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
3/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
4/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Alaskan Malamute
Super smart
Protective
Large
Brittany (Breton)
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Quiet
Easy to train
Medium
Summary
About Alaskan Malamute
The Alaskan Malamute is a large, powerful Arctic sled dog bred by the Mahlemut Inuit to pull heavy loads. It has a dense double coat that sheds heavily, a friendly, social nature, strong prey and working drive, high exercise needs, and can be independent and challenging to train.
About Brittany (Breton)
The Brittany (Épagneul Breton) is a compact, athletic French gundog with a short or bobbed tail and easy‑care coat. Affectionate, sensitive, and highly energetic, it needs substantial daily exercise and gentle, positive training, thriving as both an active family companion and versatile hunting dog.
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